2007 BMW 5 Series Owner's Manual - Page 51

To cancel the request: Select "Deactivated" and press the controller. Comfort seat* You can adjust the distance to the back of the head with the shoulder support, refer to page 46. Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident. Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approx. at ear level. Otherwise there is increased danger of injury in the event of an accident. Only remove the head restraints if no one will be sitting on the seat in question. Reinstall the head restraints before transporting passengers, as otherwise the head restraint cannot provide its protective function.< Adjusting side extensions Controls You can fold the side extensions on the head restraint forward for increased lateral support in the resting position. In the event of a rear-end collision of sufficient severity, the active head restraint reduces the distance to the head. Do not use seat or head restraint covers and do not hang objects, e.g. clothes hangers, on the head restraints or attach any accessories to the seat or head restraint. Otherwise the protective function of the active head restraints will be impaired and personal safety endangered.< Front seats: height adjustment Removing: 1. Move the head restraint up as far as possible. 2. Pull out the head restraint completely with a firm movement. Installing: 1. Slide the switch upward for a maximum of approx. 10 seconds, however if possible only until a change in the humming noise indicates that the head restraint bracket is moved all the way to the top. 2. Insert the head restraint and press down on both sides until it is heard and felt to engage. Rear seats: height adjustment Front seats: angle adjustment Swivel the head restraint. > To raise: pull up. > To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and push the head restraint downward. 49 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 308 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Front head restraints, active* Driving tips At a glance